American Racing Pigeon Union
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The American Racing Pigeon Union (AU) is a national organization for pigeon racing hobbyists. The organization was founded November 9, 1910, in Washington, D.C.,[1] to centralize regional clubs, establish standardized rules, award cash prizes and promote the racing of homing carrier pigeons.
The AU comprises approximately 700 affiliated clubs with a membership 7,500 members. The national office is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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- ^ Vriends, Matthew M.; Tommy Erskine (2005). Barron's Pigeons. Barron's. p. 92. ISBN 0764129910.